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Universe Simplified Foundation

Inspires students through hands-on STEM education, fostering innovation and critical thinking to address real-life challenges

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  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  • Since

    2017

Universe Simplified is dedicated to making STEM education accessible to all, envisioning a world where education empowers students and communities to Read morefind innovative solutions for real-life challenges. It addresses the limitations of the current rote learning-based education system by establishing Innovation Hubs within schools. Its curriculum focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), while its approach promotes hands-on learning, inquiry-driven exploration, and collaboration among students. Through these efforts, Universe Simplified aims to cultivate innovation and problem-solving skills, encourage the application of science and technology to real-life situations, foster clearer concepts and increased curiosity, and enhance self-confidence among students. It values compassion, inclusivity, environmental care, integrity, ownership, and innovation, fostering a space where individuals can think differently, challenge conventions, embrace failure, and persist in their pursuit of knowledge and growth.


Action

Universe Simplified Foundation sets up low-cost, portable Innovation Hubs in under-resourced government schools to ensure students receive equal opportunities in STEM education.

Demographies Served

Cause Area

Sector

Sub Sector

Impact

The organization works with 6th to 9th grade students in villages along the Kalyan-Murbad road on the outskirts of Mumbai, teaching them mechanical project making, basic electronics, robotics, and computers over a 4-year period.

Vision & Mission

Universe Simplified Foundation envisions a world where education empowers students and communities to find innovative solutions to real-life challenges, with a mission to make hands-on, inquiry-driven STEM education accessible to everyone.

Programs

  • USF STEM Fellowship Programme

    District

    State

    The USF STEM Fellowship is an immersive two-year programme where fellows work as STEM educators in under-resourced rural village schools. It aims to provide equal opportunities for inquiry-driven STEM education to students in Government schools. Fellows facilitate hands-on STEM workshops, execute programme operations, and work on innovative local projects. It engages with stakeholders, train interns, and receive training in inquiry-driven curriculum, programme execution, and technical skills. The fellowship offers a monthly stipend and is open to passionate individuals interested in the education sector and excited about science and technology. The selection process involves an online application, a technical round, and a final interview at its field office.

  • STEM Projects

    District

    State

    Universe Simplified provides a platform for STEM projects aimed at encouraging scientific thinking. It offers a range of basic science experiments and small projects related to topics such as environment, sustainability, and Earth and Space. Projects like building a balloon car, solar fan, Newton's boat, and more are featured, using simple materials. These hands-on projects not only enhance children's practical knowledge but also motivate them to explore and learn about science, the environment, and their surroundings.

Milestones & Track Record

As of the 2022-2023 fiscal year, Universe Simplified Foundation was working with 1,500 students and planned to increase this number to around 2,000 over the next two to three years.

Leadership Team

  • Meera Rathod

    Programme Director

  • Henna Khan

    Founder & Chief Executive Officer

  • Anuj Bhagwati

    Member - Board of Advisors

  • Kashyap Shah

    Mentor

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    6-20

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AACCU1254F

  • Registration ID

    U80902MH2017NPL298295

  • 12A

    AACCU1254FE20177

  • 80G

    AACCU1254FF20191

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    604/A, Akanksha Towers, Kalyan Complex, Versova, Andheri (West), Mumbai, 400061

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Section 8 (formerly Section 25)

Website

Financial Details

 Income / Expenses

  • 2019-20

    Income
    Rs.2,037,752
    Expenses
    Rs.2,072,369
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  • 2020-21

    Income
    Rs.2,240,274
    Expenses
    Rs.2,195,654
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  • 2021-22

    Income
    Rs.5,418,492
    Expenses
    Rs.3,301,095
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  • 2023-24

    Income
    Rs.27,263,500
    Expenses
    Rs.27,715,000
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